• Multiple Federal Government opportunities
• Location - Campbelltown and Newcastle
• 12 month contract with possibility of extension
• $60.26 per hour + super

DFP Recruitment is a preferred supplier of choice to Federal Government departments and agencies. I am partnered with a large Federal Government Agency to recruit APS6 Project Officers working within Campbelltown and Newcastle.

Role Overview:
Reporting to the Assistant Director, the APS6 Project Officer will lead and support projects across the agency. The role requires a proactive, highly organised individual with strong project management skills, stakeholder engagement experience and a passion for delivering meaningful change

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage project plans and schedules in line with the Agency’s framework.
• Provide specialist advice and technical expertise to staff and stakeholders.
• Conduct independent research and prepare draft reports on project activities.
• Coordinate regular project reporting, including status updates and exception reports.
• Prepare draft written materials, including business cases, plans, executive briefs, and corporate documents.
• Monitor project budgets, review expenditure, and assist with procurement and contract management.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and benefits.
• Contribute to project quality management to ensure deliverables meet client needs.

To be successful in this role you will be able to:

• Apply project management methodologies to plan, monitor and deliver work packages
• Work with minimal supervision as an effective member of a team, using a high level of initiative to manage competing priorities.
• Have experience initiating, establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate complex information clearly and concisely through written briefs, reporting and presentations
• Apply judgement to resolve issues and make evidence informed decision
• Have experience in managing end-to-end projects within government or community services, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, including with community, government, and service providers.
• Demonstrated understanding of engagement principles, or consultation processes, and be familiar with project management tools and reporting systems.

To Apply:
To be considered for this role, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.

If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW or call Ankita on 02 9200 3683 for more information.

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